The internet exploded over the launch of the Skims maternity shapewear line.
But an OB/GYN says that shapewear for maternity can actually be beneficial.
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There are also uses for maternity shapewear during the postpartum period, Dr. Sekhon adds.
Wearing maternity shapewear isnt for everyone thoughit all depends on whats comfortable on a persons unique growing body.
Skims isnt the first shapewear line to create maternity options.
board-certified OB/GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, and infertility specialist
Brands likeSpanx,Belly Bandit, andBlanqiall have supportive shapewear options for pregnant and postpartum people.
The bottom line: Maternity shapewear might not be everyones cup of tea.
But it can provide some real physical support to a pregnant persons body.
And given how hard it is to be pregnant, who are we to judge?
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